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Childrens Support Worker

Protective Care Group

Lewes, England, United KingdomOn Site

Original Job Summary

About the Role

Did you know there are thousands of children across the country in incorrect or unsuitable care placements? Protective Care Group exists to provide what is missing by offering robust, consistent, trauma informed care. We look past challenging behaviour to support children who need specialist care.

What We Offer

  • Robust, consistent, trauma informed care
  • Staff who won’t give up, no matter how challenging
  • Truly person-centred care in solo residential placements
  • Professionals trained in safeguarding, de-escalation, and therapeutic approaches

What We Are Looking For

Protective Care Group is looking for dedicated professionals who:

  • Hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or have significant relevant experience
  • Are empathetic, curious, and capable of engaging with young people
  • Are resilient and capable of managing challenging behaviours including severe physical aggression, verbal aggression, sexualised behaviour, vulnerabilities, self harm, and absconding
  • Are flexible to work anywhere within the West Sussex area on a varied shift pattern (5 on 5 off)
  • Possess a full UK manual driving licence

Compensation & Benefits

All support workers receive a base salary of £32,000 plus generous shift uplifts & sleep-in pay. You also receive fully funded industry recognised qualifications, clear internal career growth pathways, paid annual leave that grows with service, sick pay, company pension, and employee wellbeing support, including free counselling.

Key Skills/Competency

  • Trauma Informed
  • Residential Childcare
  • Safeguarding
  • De-escalation
  • Person-Centred
  • Empathy
  • Resilience
  • Flexibility
  • Driving Licence
  • Support Worker

How to Get Hired at Protective Care Group

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Protective Care Group's culture: Understand their trauma informed care approach.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight relevant childcare and support experience.
  • Showcase resilience: Emphasize managing challenging behaviours.
  • Prepare for interviews: Understand safeguarding and de-escalation.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review safeguarding protocols.
Study de-escalation techniques.
Refresh residential childcare practices.
Understand trauma informed care.

Behavioral Questions

Describe challenging behaviour management.
Explain conflict resolution experiences.
Share empathy in practice stories.
Discuss teamwork under stress.